Required Policies and Agreements

COME AND GO POLICY

M&S Studio (thereafter referred to the school) operates facilities in which they provide instruction in Acting, Dance, Music and Modeling to children as well as adults. The school is a drop-in facility. Children are free to enter and leave the premises without permission or supervision of the school's staff.

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TUITION AND FEES

A non-refundable fee of $45 for the first student, maximum of $85.00 per family is required at time of registration. As long as the student is enrolled in one of our programs no additional registration fee applies. If a student cancels and re-enrolls a new registration fee is due. The tuition will remain the same for each month regardless of holidays, long months, student's absences or breaks. The first month's tuition plus registration fee are payable at the time of registration. The remaining tuition must be paid by automatic bank debit or automatic credit card authorization. Automatic bank debit, credit card charges and checks are subject to a $35 returned item fee. A late charge of $7.50 will be assessed for any payments seven (7) days past due. The final balance for your dance costumes is due November 15 and will be charged through automatic bank debit or credit card. No Refunds will be given after costumes have been ordered.

Summer Camps: Registration fee of $45 applies on all camps and classes for new students.

COLLECTION:If your account is outstanding and you have not responded to our reminder letters, your account will be turned over to a collection agency. You will be responsible for all fees that accrue with the collection. CANCELLATION:You have the right to cancel this agreement within three (3) business days after receipt of a copy of this agreement. Cancellation must be in writing, and delivered either in person or by certified or registered mail to the studio. You are entitled to a full refund less $45 handling and administration fee if cancellation is received within three (3) business days.The minimum enrollment term is 2 month. You may terminate this student agreement by a 30 day advanced written notice prior to the first of the month. Cancellation must be in writing and delivered to the studio either in person or by certified or registered mail. Any outstanding balance will be charged with your final monthly draft.Summer Camp Refund Policy: If we receive your cancellation within 3 days after registration, you will receive a full refund, less $45 processing fee. Cancellations by April 30 receive a 50% refund. No Refund will be given after June 1.

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PRIVATE MUSIC MAKE-UP LESSON

The only time a student is eligible to schedule a make-up lesson is in the event of illness. The studio has to receive the cancellation notice at least 24 hours prior to his or her class. If their regular teacher is not able to teach that day, either a substitute teacher will teach the lesson or a make-up day will be arranged.

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DRESS CODE DANCE STUDENTS

Required dancewear and dance shoes must be worn to all classes. Failure to wear required dancewear to class could result in student being asked to sit out the class. Repeated failure to wear required dancewear could result in termination of lessons. Students are not permitted to wear jeans or shoes worn on the street or outdoors, to any dance classes. Dance shoes should never been worn outside. You must come and leave in your street shoes. For safety reasons dancers are not permitted to wear jewelry, except post earrings. Long hair must be tied back. For ballet class hair must be worn in a bun.

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ATTENDENCE AND LATENESS

The school reserves the right to have students who come late to class, sit out the class. Repeated lateness may result in termination of lessons. A minimum attendance level is required. If a student misses more than 4 classes without written notices, the studio reserves the right to terminate lessons. Students missing more then 3 classes after March may not be allowed to participate in the June Show.

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GENERAL POLICY

FOOD AND BEVERAGE POLICY:There will be no eating or drinking of beverages other than water within the classrooms. No gum, candy, throat lozenges, cough drops etc are allowed in class.CELL PHONE POLICY: Cell phones must be turned off during class time. If a parent needs to get a hold of their child in an emergency, they can call the Studio (540) 785-6772.

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MEDICAL EMERGENCY

The undersigned gives permission to M&S Studio, its owners and operators to seek medical treatment for the participant in the event they are not able to reach a parent or guardian. I hereby declare any physical/mental problems, restrictions, or condition and/or declare the participant to be in good physical and mental health.

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WAIVER AND RELEASE

The students likeness in any form be it photo, video or audio recording may be used by M&S Studio for promotional, commercial or broadcast use at anytime without further permission or reimbursement of any kind to the student or anyone in their behalf.

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SIGNATURE TEXT

As the legal parent or guardian, I release and hold harmless M&S Studio, its owners and operators from any and all liability, claims, demands, and causes of action whatsoever, arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by the participant and/or the undersigned, while in or upon the premises or any premises under the control and supervision of M&S Studio, its owners and operators or in route to or from any of said premises.